Therapists in 92020
![Photo of John Helmer, PsyD, LCSW, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/48c0e334-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Do you want to be heard, understood, and create positive changes in your life? People generally do, and these qualities are important when seeking out a therapist. Establishing rapport to ensure I am a good professional fit is central to my approach. The foundation of my approach is helping patients identify their strengths so they can utilize them in their daily lives. At the end of the day you're an expert in your own life and I collaborate with you to identify what's going on to help create change.
Do you want to be heard, understood, and create positive changes in your life? People generally do, and these qualities are important when seeking out a therapist. Establishing rapport to ensure I am a good professional fit is central to my approach. The foundation of my approach is helping patients identify their strengths so they can utilize them in their daily lives. At the end of the day you're an expert in your own life and I collaborate with you to identify what's going on to help create change.
![Photo of Adam Moore, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4e7cdb28-1409-4f0b-b1df-3d8157f75017/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in San Diego, California who has been working in the field of psychology since 2013. I have experience working in residential, schools, outpatient, and crisis settings as well as work now in my own private practice with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, panic attacks, addiction, relationship issues, parenting problems, social concerns, life transitions, grief/loss, trauma, abuse, crisis situations, and general adjustment issues. I have diagnosed and helped clients work through most of the disorders listed in the DSM-5.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in San Diego, California who has been working in the field of psychology since 2013. I have experience working in residential, schools, outpatient, and crisis settings as well as work now in my own private practice with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, panic attacks, addiction, relationship issues, parenting problems, social concerns, life transitions, grief/loss, trauma, abuse, crisis situations, and general adjustment issues. I have diagnosed and helped clients work through most of the disorders listed in the DSM-5.
![Photo of Elizabeth (Ashton) Harris, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5d4c04ca-a2be-447a-af38-775f8e9332a5/2/320x400.jpeg)
As a strengths-based, patient-centered, and trauma informed therapist, I will work with you to identify and achieve your individual goals for emotional growth and healing.
As a strengths-based, patient-centered, and trauma informed therapist, I will work with you to identify and achieve your individual goals for emotional growth and healing.
![Photo of Shaylale Taylor, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/18c746e0-d18a-42a5-90cd-2399d7111f11/2/320x400.png)
Hello, I am Shaylale Taylor. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with over a decade of experience in community mental health helping others. I aim to provide others with tools to encourage them strive to be the best versions of themselves is my life’s passion. As a clinician I have experience working with diverse individual and families with a wide range of challenges from relationship issues, adjustment issues, school challenges, to severe trauma, grief and loss, and substance abuse.
Hello, I am Shaylale Taylor. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with over a decade of experience in community mental health helping others. I aim to provide others with tools to encourage them strive to be the best versions of themselves is my life’s passion. As a clinician I have experience working with diverse individual and families with a wide range of challenges from relationship issues, adjustment issues, school challenges, to severe trauma, grief and loss, and substance abuse.
![Photo of Carter Campbell Gardner, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/49e08e95-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I use a client centered approach which focuses on the clients goals. Many persons seek help for anxiety, depression, dealing with the effects of trauma, and dealing with difficult life problems like relationship problems, health problems of themselves or others, and addiction. I often teach clients relaxations methods to improve their wellbeing while dealing with difficult problems. I have worked with many persons who have experienced extreme trauma. I also specialize in treating gambling addiction. I specialize in dealing with seniors who have mental and physical health challenges.
I use a client centered approach which focuses on the clients goals. Many persons seek help for anxiety, depression, dealing with the effects of trauma, and dealing with difficult life problems like relationship problems, health problems of themselves or others, and addiction. I often teach clients relaxations methods to improve their wellbeing while dealing with difficult problems. I have worked with many persons who have experienced extreme trauma. I also specialize in treating gambling addiction. I specialize in dealing with seniors who have mental and physical health challenges.
![Photo of Samantha Lopez Imf Supervisor, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/38d96cd2-fd50-4eed-9a50-93a1f52fc78a/1/320x400.jpeg)
Samantha Lopez Imf Supervisor
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
El Cajon, CA 92020
To best serve you, we offer WEEKEND and EVENING APPOINTMENTS as well as SUPERVISION FOR ASSOCIATE INTERNS and TRAINEES. There are as many different kinds of therapists as there are people in the world and the best way to gain the most benefits from therapy is to find a therapist who is a good fit for you. A goal I have is to help people recognize that to receive therapy is to receive guidance in a way that builds a person up less through advise and more so through thought provoking personal insight and unconditional acceptance. To come to therapy shows you have the strength, courage, and desire to be a better you. Way to go!
To best serve you, we offer WEEKEND and EVENING APPOINTMENTS as well as SUPERVISION FOR ASSOCIATE INTERNS and TRAINEES. There are as many different kinds of therapists as there are people in the world and the best way to gain the most benefits from therapy is to find a therapist who is a good fit for you. A goal I have is to help people recognize that to receive therapy is to receive guidance in a way that builds a person up less through advise and more so through thought provoking personal insight and unconditional acceptance. To come to therapy shows you have the strength, courage, and desire to be a better you. Way to go!
![Photo of David Kohanyi, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ee1a9112-25e5-4872-8aed-0a332221631b/1/320x400.jpeg)
David Kohanyi
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT
Not Verified Not Verified
El Cajon, CA 92020
David Kohanyi is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California who has been practicing since 2011. David believes therapy is a place for radical honesty. It is a place for you to bring your whole self and be met with respect and care. Our lives give all of us plenty of training and practice in hiding from others and from ourselves. David is confident that you will feel gratified by having therapy be a place where you don’t do that. Here we can talk about the things that might feel like the scariest or hardest to talk about and in exchange you will get to experience a bigger, freer, more expanded sense of yourself.
David Kohanyi is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California who has been practicing since 2011. David believes therapy is a place for radical honesty. It is a place for you to bring your whole self and be met with respect and care. Our lives give all of us plenty of training and practice in hiding from others and from ourselves. David is confident that you will feel gratified by having therapy be a place where you don’t do that. Here we can talk about the things that might feel like the scariest or hardest to talk about and in exchange you will get to experience a bigger, freer, more expanded sense of yourself.
Karla is a therapist for San Diego based mental healthcare provider San Diego Therapy Center. San Diego Therapy Center is changing the way people think about and receive mental health service and support. We offer a welcoming and accepting environment where you can feel calm and comfortable while in our care. Our relaxed, modern atmosphere and our amazing, highly trained Psychologists, Psychiatrists and therapists are here for you. Our hope is to provide a place to help our clients achieve their life goals, explore life-circumstances, move through difficult life transitions.
Karla is a therapist for San Diego based mental healthcare provider San Diego Therapy Center. San Diego Therapy Center is changing the way people think about and receive mental health service and support. We offer a welcoming and accepting environment where you can feel calm and comfortable while in our care. Our relaxed, modern atmosphere and our amazing, highly trained Psychologists, Psychiatrists and therapists are here for you. Our hope is to provide a place to help our clients achieve their life goals, explore life-circumstances, move through difficult life transitions.
![Photo of Cody Gustaveson, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/eb1890bd-1787-478c-93f4-487d55546ab4/1/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Cody Gustaveson is a Psychologist in California who has been working in mental health since 2016. He has a PhD in Clinical Psychology from Alliant International University, completed his Internship at Norton Sound Health Corporation, and his Post-Doc at Kaiser Permanente. Dr. Gustaveson is uniquely trained in health psychology and community mental health. This means that he has specialized training in treating individuals who experience depression, anxiety, or a whole host of other psychiatric disorders that occur with chronic illness as well as the entire spectrum of diagnoses.
Dr. Cody Gustaveson is a Psychologist in California who has been working in mental health since 2016. He has a PhD in Clinical Psychology from Alliant International University, completed his Internship at Norton Sound Health Corporation, and his Post-Doc at Kaiser Permanente. Dr. Gustaveson is uniquely trained in health psychology and community mental health. This means that he has specialized training in treating individuals who experience depression, anxiety, or a whole host of other psychiatric disorders that occur with chronic illness as well as the entire spectrum of diagnoses.
![Photo of Sara Smith, LPCC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/763b4303-7bc8-459f-963e-995267a20fc3/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hi There, I'm Sara! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). I was licensed in 2018 and have been working in mental health for over 10 years! I am based in Los Angeles/Orange County California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I have specialized experience working with culturally diverse adults struggling with various mental health conditions or those hoping for self-growth. I also help couples who want to develop deeper intimacy, increase emotional safety, and communicate more effectively with one another.
Hi There, I'm Sara! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). I was licensed in 2018 and have been working in mental health for over 10 years! I am based in Los Angeles/Orange County California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I have specialized experience working with culturally diverse adults struggling with various mental health conditions or those hoping for self-growth. I also help couples who want to develop deeper intimacy, increase emotional safety, and communicate more effectively with one another.
![Photo of Tiffany Avery, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9a9e5f15-e1a5-43ae-8beb-f665fdac8da5/1/320x400.jpeg)
My name is Tiffany Marie Avery, and I am Clinical Licensed Social Worker. My approach to therapy is client centered, strength-based and solution focused to help individuals reach their highest potential. My experience is in residential and outpatient substance use treatment, in which I’ve worked with dual-diagnosed clients. My experience has provided me a strong foundation in working to address trauma, depression, anxiety, family issues, and substance use.
My name is Tiffany Marie Avery, and I am Clinical Licensed Social Worker. My approach to therapy is client centered, strength-based and solution focused to help individuals reach their highest potential. My experience is in residential and outpatient substance use treatment, in which I’ve worked with dual-diagnosed clients. My experience has provided me a strong foundation in working to address trauma, depression, anxiety, family issues, and substance use.
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![Photo of Teresa Lowe, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/61b80bad-995f-4c2b-b456-44bfcc7d7abf/1/320x400.png)
As a Board Certified Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I often ask clients is your anxiety and depression taking the joy out of living each day? We are all living in times that are critical and hard to deal with, whether it is financial, health related issues, negative feelings about ourselves or family and relationship problems. I provide a holistic, integrative and collaborative approach through evidence-based practices in addressing and treating issues related to trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, family and couple concerns. When we deal with challenges, it can be a difficult undertaking.
As a Board Certified Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I often ask clients is your anxiety and depression taking the joy out of living each day? We are all living in times that are critical and hard to deal with, whether it is financial, health related issues, negative feelings about ourselves or family and relationship problems. I provide a holistic, integrative and collaborative approach through evidence-based practices in addressing and treating issues related to trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, family and couple concerns. When we deal with challenges, it can be a difficult undertaking.
![Photo of Cassie Deacon, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/94068bd3-6c42-4a1a-a279-fb65688017bf/1/320x400.jpeg)
Cassie Deacon is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who has been practicing since 2015. She graduated from San Diego State University with a master's degree in Social Work. Cassie believes in compassionate and supportive therapeutic care to assist clients to explore and achieve their mental health goals. Cassie specializes in working with PTSD, Complex PTSD, youth/adolescents, mood disorders and the stressors associated with caregiving. Cassie is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Cassie Deacon is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who has been practicing since 2015. She graduated from San Diego State University with a master's degree in Social Work. Cassie believes in compassionate and supportive therapeutic care to assist clients to explore and achieve their mental health goals. Cassie specializes in working with PTSD, Complex PTSD, youth/adolescents, mood disorders and the stressors associated with caregiving. Cassie is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
![Photo of Marissa Fox, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/dfa623ab-b9f0-4698-980e-49d850fcf6b6/1/320x400.jpeg)
Marissa Fox is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2016. She has a BSW from University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and an MSW from University of Denver. Marissa believes the therapist and client relationship is central to the therapy process and makes space to know her clients as people beyond their challenges that bring them to therapy. When working with children, Marissa takes a non-directive approach, letting clients lead sessions through play-based interventions. She provides a non-judgmental safe space for parents and adults to process emotions and experiences.
Marissa Fox is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2016. She has a BSW from University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and an MSW from University of Denver. Marissa believes the therapist and client relationship is central to the therapy process and makes space to know her clients as people beyond their challenges that bring them to therapy. When working with children, Marissa takes a non-directive approach, letting clients lead sessions through play-based interventions. She provides a non-judgmental safe space for parents and adults to process emotions and experiences.
![Photo of Laura Diaz, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b82fff03-5d60-4516-87cd-9feecdc42360/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California with over 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self-esteem, and anxiety/depression. I have experience in working with children, adults, and families. My primary focus has been on dealing with anxiety and depression-related disorders. I have provided services for traditionally underserved and culturally diverse populations. I have assisted clients in managing symptoms and in building healthier coping skills.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California with over 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self-esteem, and anxiety/depression. I have experience in working with children, adults, and families. My primary focus has been on dealing with anxiety and depression-related disorders. I have provided services for traditionally underserved and culturally diverse populations. I have assisted clients in managing symptoms and in building healthier coping skills.
![Photo of Vanessa Farrior, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3da20f6c-caa8-42a2-a6aa-306b09ab3d8c/2/320x400.jpeg)
Vanessa Farrior
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
El Cajon, CA 92020
Do you wake up every morning feeling crazy amounts of stress and this nagging thought that no matter what you do, you will never be good enough? As humans we carry stress, pain, trauma, memories and patterns from our family, or jobs, our personal relationships and more in the cells of our bodies. This directly impacts how we feel about ourselves and show up in life. I imagine that what you really want (even more than achieving that milestone or having that next best thing) is to feel safety within yourself...to believe with your whole heart that you are worthy and enough.
Do you wake up every morning feeling crazy amounts of stress and this nagging thought that no matter what you do, you will never be good enough? As humans we carry stress, pain, trauma, memories and patterns from our family, or jobs, our personal relationships and more in the cells of our bodies. This directly impacts how we feel about ourselves and show up in life. I imagine that what you really want (even more than achieving that milestone or having that next best thing) is to feel safety within yourself...to believe with your whole heart that you are worthy and enough.
![Photo of Vanessa Castillo, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a6fdc0e1-ab52-485a-9e22-ee6df4ab21c9/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hi there, I'm Vanessa! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California and graduated with my Master of Social Work degree from California State University- Northridge in 2016. I've worked with various age ranges, but primarily my experience is with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I have been trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF- CBT), Families Overcoming Under Stress (FOCUS), Triple P (Positive Parenting), and Managing and Adapting Practices (MAP). I believe that everyone should have a safe place where they can work through their individual journey.
Hi there, I'm Vanessa! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California and graduated with my Master of Social Work degree from California State University- Northridge in 2016. I've worked with various age ranges, but primarily my experience is with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I have been trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF- CBT), Families Overcoming Under Stress (FOCUS), Triple P (Positive Parenting), and Managing and Adapting Practices (MAP). I believe that everyone should have a safe place where they can work through their individual journey.
![Photo of Kenya Taylor, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8f857e1a-b999-4ecb-b535-3a742bea1931/1/320x400.png)
Kenya Taylor has more than 20 years of experience in mental health while including anxiety and depression interventions for chronic health conditions, pain management, first responders and their families, women's health, and successful aging to enhance individual, couples and family therapy. She continues to promote wellness in urban, rural and suburban communities.
Kenya Taylor has more than 20 years of experience in mental health while including anxiety and depression interventions for chronic health conditions, pain management, first responders and their families, women's health, and successful aging to enhance individual, couples and family therapy. She continues to promote wellness in urban, rural and suburban communities.
![Photo of David Bond, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/59926c05-1ab8-4115-9d56-4711b92cdce9/3/320x400.jpeg)
I am a clinician forensic psychologist and retired police officer, specializing in working with emergency first responders (police, fire, paramedics, nurses, doctors) and military personnel. I can help you with troubling past traumatic experiences that are still effecting you and your interpersonal relationships. I retired as a police captain. I have experience in Investigations, SWAT, as a defensive tactic instructor, a range master, and peer support. I worked as an intern for the San Diego Vet Center working with combat veterans and I am a proud honorably discharged United States Marine Corps reservist.
I am a clinician forensic psychologist and retired police officer, specializing in working with emergency first responders (police, fire, paramedics, nurses, doctors) and military personnel. I can help you with troubling past traumatic experiences that are still effecting you and your interpersonal relationships. I retired as a police captain. I have experience in Investigations, SWAT, as a defensive tactic instructor, a range master, and peer support. I worked as an intern for the San Diego Vet Center working with combat veterans and I am a proud honorably discharged United States Marine Corps reservist.
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Number of Therapists in 92020
90+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in 92020 who prioritize treating:
90% | Anxiety |
78% | Depression |
71% | Trauma and PTSD |
68% | Relationship Issues |
63% | Coping Skills |
62% | Self Esteem |
57% | Stress |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
83% | Aetna |
78% | Cigna and Evernorth |
76% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in 92020 see their clients
83% | In Person and Online | |
17% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
83% | Female | |
17% | Male |